October weather forecastWales, IA
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Wales, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 61.5°F (16.4°C) and min 45°F (7.2°C).Temperature
October's arrival is marked by a notable drop in high-temperatures, falling from a moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C) in September to an enjoyable 61.5°F (16.4°C). An average nighttime temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) is noted during the month of October.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 68%, October is the least humid month.Rainfall
In Wales, Iowa, in October, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117.2 rainfall days, and 21.77" (553mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Wales. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Wales, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.7 days and aggregates up to 9.76" (248mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 5min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 6h.UV index
January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during October leads to these instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Wales, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 61.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 45°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).
Average pressure in October
Wales, IA
- Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Wales, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).
Average humidity in October
Wales, IA
- Average humidity in October: 68%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).
Average rainfall in October
Wales, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 1.57"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").
Average rainfall days in October
Wales, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 8.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).
Average snowfall in October
Wales, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Wales, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Wales, IA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in October
Wales, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 20 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Wales, IA
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Wales, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in October
Wales, IA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
